FLASHCARD - Balancing & Reaction Types

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What is the purpose of coefficients in a chemical equation?

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Coefficients are used to balance chemical equations by indicating the number of molecules or moles of each substance involved in the reaction.

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What is the balanced equation for the decomposition of silver oxide (Ag2O)?

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2Ag2O → 4Ag + O2

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How many hydrogen atoms are present in (NH4)3N?

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12 hydrogen atoms.

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What is the balanced equation for the reaction of tin(IV) oxide with hydrogen?

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1SnO2 + 2H2 → 1Sn + 2H2O

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What do combustion reactions typically produce?

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Combustion reactions typically produce carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O).

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What is the difference between coefficients and subscripts in a chemical formula?

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Coefficients indicate the number of molecules, while subscripts indicate the number of atoms of an element in a molecule.

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What is a combustion reaction?

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A combustion reaction is a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance reacts with oxygen, producing heat and light.

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What is the law of conservation of mass?

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The law of conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction.

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How do you determine the number of atoms in a compound?

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Count the number of atoms of each element based on the subscripts in the chemical formula.

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What is the balanced equation for the reaction of hydrogen and oxygen to form water?

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2H2 + O2 → 2H2O